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Stoves not such a problem

Smokeless zones were introduced after a series of serious smogs in the 50's, which caused many deaths. Boats were specifically excluded.

A few smoky stoves might cause a local nuisance, but not a general risk to public health. This may be covered by more recent legislation, and would be treated similarly to noisy neighbours, barking dogs etc.

Paul Robinson

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Published: 12 March 2018

Victor: It bites—at last!

I WAS beginning to believe that the Inland Waterways Association was now well in the pocket of Cart, but the associations's response to its recent licensing consultation restores my faith.

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Published: 11 March 2018

Gongoozler: Why up in arms?

WHY are some boaters’ up-in-arms about wood-burning stoves?

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Published: 10 March 2018

Project manager wanted for Montgomery bridge restoration

SLOWLY but surely the Montgomery Canal is being restored, with the next stage being the rebuilding of the last bridge blockage in Shropshire.

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Published: 09 March 2018

In comparison

THE number of drunks staggering into the canals and rivers is infinitesimal in comparison to those staggering into the roads and getting killed.

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Published: 09 March 2018

A few vacancies available on RCR courses

THERE are still a few vacancies available on River Canal Rescue boat and engine maintenance and electrics courses.

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Published: 09 March 2018

She's getting cold

IS THIS site turning into a Millenial support site?  Asks Geoff Low.

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Published: 09 March 2018

What's the point?

THERE is to be yet another 'Boat Owners' Views Survey' by Canal & River Trust, it has been announced this morning.

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Published: 08 March 2018

No thought for legitimate users of the river

LIKE many boaters do, when I drop down on to the Avon at Bath I moor on the handy moorings, but after one particular drunk stumbled into the river and drowned a fence was erected, writes Hugh Parsons.

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Published: 08 March 2018

Broadbeams—job done!

THE only reason that I can see why CaRT has done this [charging more for broadbeams] is simply to make more money from boaters, writes Kevin Howell.

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Published: 08 March 2018

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  • Keadby Lock is still closed
  • Canal & River Trust's greater enforcement powers is not the answer
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